Mead Johnson helps local students get ready for school

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Aug 19, 2014 at 4:55 PMAug 19, 2014 at 4:55 PM

Mead Johnson Nutrition volunteers made a surprise visit to the Ready for School preschool intensive Start School Ready program Aug. 15.The volunteers dropped off personalized backpacks full of new clothes and school supplies for each student. Meijer made a donation to assist Mead Johnson in purchasing pens, pencils, shirts, shoes and other back-to-school essentials.Start School Ready is a free summer learning experience for students entering kindergarten in the fall of 2014. This six-week pilot project targets children who are at risk for not being ready for school. By prioritizing each child’s needs, engaging parents in the learning process and providing enhanced teacher education, the program helps these children get off to a smooth and successful start in school.Ready for School is a Holland, Zeeland and Hamilton community initiative ensuring that every child from birth enters kindergarten prepared to succeed.For information: readyforschool.org.

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